After Treatment

Patients & Families, Cancer Care Alberta

Cancer Care Alberta

Finishing treatment is a time of change. We want you to know that you are not alone. Help and support is available after treatment ends.

Find information about follow-up appointments and tests, common long-term and late effects of treatment, possible signs of cancer recurrence, concerns specific to your cancer type and counselling and support.

Learn more about reducing your risk of cancer coming back, visit Reducing Your Risk & Screening.


After Treatment Book provides information and resources about managing your healthcare, improving your wellbeing and taking action, to help you live your best as you finish treatment and after. View Book.


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Concerns| By Cancer Type| Returning to Work, School & Other Daily Activities| Support & Recommendations



By Cancer Type

You can find information about cancer follow-up (sometimes called surveillance) below.


General

If your cancer type is not listed:


Cancer Type

Choose your specific cancer type:


Returning to Work, School & Other Daily Activities

It is normal to need time after treatment to recover mentally and physically. If you plan to return to work, talk with your health care team and workplace or disability provider about the right timing for you. You may need to return to work gradually.